Drama in the Skies

Driving up through Spain, after leaving our friends at the airport, saw a huge cloud of smoke, and then stopped to watch this helicopter fetching water from a nearby reservoir and repeatedly tipping it over the flames - it did seem to be making a difference - must have been scarily hot in that smoke; it was hot enough where we were.

Poignant and human exchange with the beautiful Spanish lady where we had (a most delicious) lunch, when pictures of London came on the news - her son is in Manchester (as is our daughter).

Now we are home, grateful for the unexpected visit, this special friendship, and the good memories we made together.